Mint Museum

The Mint Museum’s school programs engage students in inquiry-based experiences with art that strengthen curriculum connections and develop visual literacy skills.

School programs, which include guided tours, gallery sketching, and studio programs, take place at both The Mint Museum Uptown and

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Immersed in Light: Studio Drift at the Mint

Program description

This sixty minute tour will allow students to experience the immersive work of Studio Drift, founded by Dutch artists Ralph Nauta and Lonneke Gordijn. Their breathtaking sculptures explore the relationship between humanity, nature, and technology. Students will engage in collaborative discussions led by volunteer docents exploring the themes and creation of these pieces.

Booking / scheduling contact

Gennifer Stanley

704 337 2067

gennifer.stanley@mintmuseum.org

Program Detail

Program type: Day Trip

Artistic Discipline: Visual Arts

Cultural Origin: European

Subject: Visual Arts

Population served: Grade 1, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Kindergarten, Pre-K, Teachers

Bilingual: Yes

Available dates:

September 24, 2019 to April 24, 2020

Available times:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday

Program start/end times flexible: between 10:00am and 3:00pm.

Max number of students: 70

Length of program: 1 hour

Space / technical requirements:

Schools responsible for transportation to and from the museum.

Location(s):

Mint Museum Uptown

Fees / Ticketing:

$120 for 70 students

EDUCATION STANDARDS

NC Standard Course of Study:

College and Career Readiness Anchor Standards: Reading (R1): Students will analyze and interpret the works of art Speaking and Listening (SL.1): Students will discuss collaboratively in groups the works of art Speaking and Listening (SL.2): Students will evaluate information presented in visual art

NC Essential Standards:

Arts Education, Visual Arts K-12 Standards: Visual Literacy (V.1): Students will identify the Elements of Art and the Principles of Design in works of art in the museum galleries Contextual Relevancy (CX.1): This program will help students understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the visual arts Critical Response (CR.1): Students will have the opportunity to develop and share personal opinions about art using art terminology

Qualifications

Conducts educational programming for 2 or more years: Yes

Performs criminal background checks on staff with youth contact: Yes

Maintains general liability insurance (Individuals and organizations listed in this Directory can provide proof of insurance upon request. ASC does not hold copies of current documentation for providers): Yes

Three letters of recommendation / references available: Yes

Provides study guides for teachers and or students: Yes

Connects to State and or Common Core Curriculum Standards: Yes

Provides tools to assess student learning (workshops and residencies): Yes

Provides scholarship and reduced fees: Yes

Conducts ongoing assessments of program quality: Yes

PHOTOS

References

Lisha Silver, Art Teacher, National Certification in EMC Art, John M. Morehead STEM Academy

Cheryl Maney, Pre-K-12 Visual Arts and Dance Curriculum Specialist

Suzanne Tans, Art Teacher, Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy

Cancellation Policy

Written cancellation for the program must be sent to gennifer.stanley@mintmuseum.org and received no later than 10 days prior to the start date of the program. If the program is cancelled after the 10 day deadline, a cancellation fee of $50 will be required.